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Abdominal Pain in IBS-C Found More Severe Than in Other Subtypes
This nationwide, population-based study used data from the National GI Survey to evaluate abdominal pain characteristics across IBS subtypes using...

Managing Chronic Bloating and Distension
Abdominal bloating and distension are common, often debilitating symptoms affecting up to 90% of IBS patients and about one-third of...

Global Study Highlights Widespread Burden and Health Impact of Functional GI Disorders
In this large-scale, multinational study involving 73,076 adults across 33 countries, the global prevalence of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) was...

Linaclotide Significantly Improves Abdominal Symptoms in Patients With IBS-C
This randomized controlled trial investigated the effectiveness of linaclotide compared to placebo in reducing abdominal symptoms (bloating, discomfort, pain) in...

Low FODMAP Diet and IBS: Personalization Needed
The Rome IV process identifies five bowel disorders, with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional constipation (FC) being the most...

Antidepressants and Psychological Therapies Effective in Treating IBS
This updated systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the effectiveness of antidepressants and psychological therapies in treating irritable bowel...